Title, abstract, discussion and conclusion, and appendices pages

Title (only one sentence)MUST be and or cover:Descriptive yet interestingImportant variables identifiedResearch question/topic evidentScope specifiedNo unnecessary wordsOnly include a picture if it adds something to

your title. Pictures can be distracting and work against your title page. Be careful and selective.

 

Abstract: summarize your study in THREE paragraphsPurpose stated indirectly or directly (1)Size of sample or population and type of

students identified and instruments/methodology identified (1)

Major results and/or conclusions stated (1)Make sure that the abstract is the appropriatelength, written in complete sentences and inpast tense, and single spaced

Discussion and Conclusion: 5-8 paragraphsIn this section, you will conclude your paper by discussing your results and reflecting on the research process Summary (1)Overview of Research Findings and

Methodological Insights: It is here that you discuss your results and what they mean for your field of study (2-3; one per variable (i.e. Birth order: youngest, middle, oldest)

Weaknesses: address weaknesses in yourselves and the study (1-2)

Implications: Future Studies (1) and recommendations (1)

The words in bold denote subsections

AppendicesShould include:Observation and/or experiment notesTranscripts from interviewsJournal entriesCharts/graphs (surveys)Pictures

AppendicesTables and figures should be titled, labeled,

and well organizedAll tables should relate to the purpose/topicInterviews, field notes or artifacts should be

included and organized

This and ThatTitle page is NOT numberedTable of contents (2nd page after the title page and

will start with page #2)Don’t forget the Works Cited PageAppropriate English usage (past tense for all

sections EXCEPT introduction and literature review)Appropriate layout structureUnbiased reporting style No run-ons or fragmentsProper grammar and punctuationSpelling

THE ENDAny questions?